GovCon Billing Specialist

Comprehensive Power, Inc; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A government contracting firm is seeking a Billing Specialist to manage government contract invoices and project cost reporting. The role requires proficiency in QuickBooks and a minimum of 5 years' experience in billing or finance within the GovCon industry. Responsibilities include preparing CPFF cost vouchers, reconciling invoices, and ensuring compliance with government billing requirements. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related fields, and possess strong attention to detail and an understanding of government contracting processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in billing or finance within the government contracting industry.
• Hands-on experience preparing and submitting CPFF cost vouchers.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple billing cycles.
• Strong knowledge of FAR Part 31 cost principles and cost-reimbursement billing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and submit CPFF cost vouchers and other invoices.
• Reconcile invoices to the QuickBooks general ledger.
• Monitor funded ceilings and billing limitations.
• Assist with month-end close and funding tracking for contracts.

Skills

Proficiency in QuickBooks

Understanding of FAR Part 31

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking management

Government contract knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

WAWF

Job description

Overview

Must have SECRET clearance, proficiency in QuickBooks and experience working within a government contracting environment

Job Description:

Competitive Range works in partnership with the government to plan and deploy complex, IT-enabled and mission-essential capabilities. It is our goal at Competitive Range to help you develop and expand your professional capabilities while working on challenging, interesting projects in a collaborative, congenial environment.

The Billing Specialist will support CRS corporate operations by managing the preparation, submission, and reconciliation of government contract invoices and project cost reporting, with a primary focus on CPFF and other cost-reimbursement contracts supporting, but not limited to, DoD clients. This role works closely with Finance, Contracts, Program Management, and Operations to ensure invoices are accurate, compliant, and audit-ready, and will report to the Finance leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Government Contract Billing: Prepare, review, and submit CPFF cost vouchers and other cost-reimbursement invoices in accordance with contract terms, FAR/DFARS, and agency billing requirements.
• Submit invoices through WAWF and other applicable government billing systems.
• Ensure billed costs are allowable, allocable, reasonable, and properly supported.
• Accounting and Reconciliation: Reconcile invoices to the QuickBooks general ledger and job cost reports.
• Utilize QuickBooks job costing to track costs by contract, task order, and CLIN.
• Ensure proper segregation of direct, indirect, and unallowable costs with assistance from our Senior Finance Managers.
• Support month-end close activities related to contract billing, travel and expense-related transactions and reconciliations.
• Funding and Financial Tracking: Monitor funded ceilings, burn rates, billing limitations, and periods of performance as part of a project control team.
• Coordinate with Program Managers and CRS’ Director of Contracts to address funding actions, billing issues, and invoice rejections.
• Compliance and Audit Support: Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready billing documentation.
• Support DCAA/DCMA audits, invoice reviews, and government billing inquiries.
• Respond to government questions and assist with invoice corrections or resubmissions.
• Process and Controls: Support the maintenance and improvement of billing procedures, trackers, cost reporting and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to enhance billing accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

Desired Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in billing or finance within the government contracting (GovCon) industry.
• Demonstrated experience supporting DoD contracts.
• Hands-on experience preparing and submitting CPFF cost vouchers.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR Part 31 cost principles and cost-reimbursement billing preferred.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks within a government contracting environment, including job costing and general ledger reconciliation required.
• Experience with WAWF invoicing required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple billing cycles, reporting and deadlines.

Qualifications

A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred. Equivalent relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Education and Status

Job Type: Full-time

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Experience: 5+ Years Experience

Clearance: Secret

Industry: Information Technology

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Competitive Range Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.